(Sorry, I'm new to Trekaroo. My review of Coit Tower SF somehow got saved under Michigan. ) My oldest son (21) suggested we (incl. his 10 yr sister) trek from Chestnut St. all the way up to Coit Tower. I figured okay, it doesn't look that bad, I can handle it. Man! While we were climbing steep stairs, my legs were screaming at me. All was forgotten when we reached Coit Tower. Parking space is limited & metered, so bring your coins & be patient as I observed other folks hoping to get a open spot. My kids tried to go up the Tower, but it was closed for renovations. There is bus that goes up to Coit Tower (#39) for those who don't want their legs screaming at them.

Whenever I have the urge to play 'Tourist' which is not often, and the kids (12/10) are game, we head to SF and try to do as much touristy stuff as we can. Once in a long while, we'll take the cable car ride, but not in the summer time, as we don't want to spend most of our time in the long, long lines. Mind you it is pricey for a one way ride, but the experience of having the cool breeze, clang of the bell, and the bumpy ride is well worth it .

We stayed here in Aug. 08 to attend a convention. The hotel was nice and clean, staff real friendly and the mall is just next door. Also the entrance to the River Tour is very close. The Alamo and the Children's Museum are also nearby. We didn't need to rent a car, everything was so conveniently located, we just took taxis to/from the hotel/airport.

I stayed here in July 08 vacationing w/ my sister w/o the kids. It was a nice break , but I'll return here w/ the kids next time as the location is ideal. The hotel is on the south end of the Waikiki strip - 2 blocks from the zoo and 1 block from the beach. Also, Starbucks is not far either, located on the corner across from the beach. I purchased a 4 day bus pass from the ABC store in the lobby and this made going around ultra convenient and a cheap way of sight seeing, we even took it going around the island.

I took the kids twice to Santa Cruz this summer ('09) and both times we stay at the Dream Inn. We love it. It's right on the beach, a short walk to the Boardwalk and an even shorter walk to the wharf. Rooms are clean, beds are comfy and the staff very friendly. We'll be coming back.